Automotive Technician Helper - Group 1 Porsche Westwood

Group 1 Automotive; Islington (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Group 1 Porsche of Westwood in Massachusetts is seeking an Automotive Service Technician Helper to support our award-winning service team and assist technicians with daily shop operations. This role is ideal for someone passionate about high-performance cars and eager to begin or advance a career in automotive service.

You'll work alongside Porsche-certified technicians, learn Porsche-specific procedures, and contribute to a clean, safe, and efficient shop environment while building a rewarding

Qualifications

• Passion for automotive industry, with an interest in luxury or high-performance vehicles.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing quality work.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn in a fast-paced team environment.
• The ability to lift equipment and parts while working safely in an active service shop.
• A valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Support technicians with daily shop operations and repair activities.
• Assist with routine maintenance services, including quick lube and basic maintenance procedures.
• Provide hands-on assistance during complex repairs requiring an additional team member.
• Organize, inventory, and maintain specialty tools and shop equipment.
• Maintain exceptional shop cleanliness and organization throughout all work areas.
• Ensure workspaces remain safe, efficient, and compliant with Porsche and dealership standards.
• Help prepare vehicles, parts, and equipment before and after repairs.
• Assist with moving vehicles throughout the service department as needed.
• Serve as a key contributor in maintaining an organized, professional, and efficient shop environment.
• Work collaboratively with technicians, shop foreman, parts department, and service advisors to support daily operational success.

Skills

Passion for automotive

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team player

Driver's license

Job description

About Us

Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: GPI) is a Fortune 250 leader in global automotive retail, operating more than 250 dealerships and collision centers across the United States and United Kingdom. As the 4th largest dealership group in the U.S., Group 1 delivers a fully integrated automotive experience, including vehicle sales, financing, aftersales service, and digital retail solutions. As the automotive industry continues to evolve, Group 1 is investing in the people, technology, and operational excellence needed to shape what comes next. Our work is grounded in a simple belief, that a better experience for customers starts with an exemplary experience for employees. At Group 1, our commitment is to keep finding smarter ways to serve our customers and support one another. We believe great careers are built in environments where people are trusted, challenged, and given room to grow. If you share our core values of integrity, transparency, professionalism, teamwork, and respect, you can get more with Group 1. More opportunity. More support. More ways to build a career that moves you forward.

Overview

At Group 1 Porsche of Westwood, we are committed to delivering the exceptional level of craftsmanship, precision, and customer experience that the Porsche brand is known for worldwide. We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Automotive Service Technician Helper to join our award-winning Service Team and play an integral role in supporting our technicians and daily shop operations. This position is ideal for an individual with a passion for high-performance automobiles who is looking to begin or advance a career in automotive service. Working alongside Porsche Gold and Silver Certified Technicians, you will gain valuable hands-on experience while helping maintain the efficiency, organization, cleanliness, and safety of one of New England's premier Porsche service centers. Joining Porsche Westwood means becoming part of a team that values craftsmanship, collaboration, continuous learning, and excellence. You'll work alongside some of the region's most experienced Porsche technicians while developing the skills needed to build a rewarding career servicing one of the world's most iconic automotive brands.

Responsibilities

• Support technicians with daily shop operations and repair activities.
• Assist with routine maintenance services, including quick lube and basic maintenance procedures.
• Provide hands-on assistance during complex repairs requiring an additional team member.
• Organize, inventory, and maintain specialty tools and shop equipment.
• Maintain exceptional shop cleanliness and organization throughout all work areas.
• Ensure workspaces remain safe, efficient, and compliant with Porsche and dealership standards.
• Help prepare vehicles, parts, and equipment before and after repairs.
• Assist with moving vehicles throughout the service department as needed.
• Serve as a key contributor in maintaining an organized, professional, and efficient shop environment.
• Work collaboratively with technicians, shop foreman, parts department, and service advisors to support daily operational success.

What You'll Learn

• Porsche-specific diagnostic procedures and repair processes.
• Industry-leading tools, specialty equipment, and workshop technologies.
• Best practices for servicing some of the world's most advanced sports cars.
• On-the-job mentorship from experienced Porsche Certified Technicians.
• Opportunities for Porsche technical training at Porsche Cars North America Headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, as business needs and career progression allow.
• A clear pathway toward continued technical development and future technician advancement.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for the automotive industry, with a particular interest in luxury or high-performance vehicles.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing quality work.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn in a fast-paced team environment.
• The ability to lift equipment and parts while working safely in an active service shop.
• A valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Preferred Qualifications One or more of the following is strongly preferred:

• Completion of an automotive trade or vocational school.
• Associate's Degree in Automotive Technology.
• Completion of an OEM technical training program.
• Current ASE Certifications or progress toward ASE Certification.
• Previous dealership or professional automotive repair experience.

The pay for this position is $23.00 - $28.00/hr. based on experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing all applicable pre-employment requirements in accordance with federal, state, and local law.